Bible Strands
Acts 19:36
Since these things are undeniable, you ought to be calm and not do anything rash.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The city clerk addresses the Ephesian crowd at the height of the riot, immediately after reminding them of their city’s civic and religious identity. He speaks to halt a mob prepared to act on unverified accusations.
The words — ἀναντιρρήτων (anantirrētōn) literally means “undeniable,” and κατεσταλμένους (katestalmenous) translates to “quietened” or restrained. These terms frame the command as a logical necessity rather than a mere suggestion.
The thread — The call for measured restraint runs through Proverbs 14:29, which contrasts patience with folly, and Proverbs 25:8, which warns against bringing disputes to court hastily. This same administrative caution appears in Acts 5:35, where a leader urges careful deliberation over impulsive judgment.
Why it lands — The text requires readers to evaluate situations against established facts before acting. It demands replacing emotional reaction with disciplined restraint grounded in what is already proven.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Seeing then that these things cannot be spoken against, ye ought to be quiet, and to do nothing rashly.
Cross-references
- Proverbs 14:29 A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man promotes folly.
- Proverbs 25:8 do not bring hastily to court. Otherwise, what will you do in the end when your neighbor puts you to shame?
- Acts 5:35 “Men of Israel,” he said, “consider carefully what you are about to do to these men.